Anchor Point

The anchor point (pivot point) is a crucial concept for controlling how layers transform.

What is the Anchor Point?

The anchor point controls:

• •Center of rotation - Where layer rotates around
• •Center of scale - Where layer scales from
• •Transform origin - Reference point for all transforms

Seeing the Anchor Point

• •Appears as crosshair icon on selected layer
• •Usually centered by default
• •Can be moved to any position

Moving the Anchor Point

Using Anchor Point Tool:

1. Select layer

2. Hold Y (temporary anchor point mode)

3. Drag anchor point to new position

Using Properties:

1. Select layer

2. Find Anchor Point in property panel

Effect on Transforms:

• •Moving anchor point doesn't move the layer
• •Changes where rotation and scale originate